If you came over to visit me today, we would definitely bring our sweet iced tea and have a seat on our screened porch. It is one of my favorite places to study my Bible, read a book, or take a little siesta.I bought this aluminum glider, which I think is from the 50's or 60's, at a garage sale last summer. I gave it several coats of white spray paint, and since it was cushion-less, I tried my hand at reupholstering. The cost of foam for the cushions about caused me to have a heart attack, … [Read more...]
Brain Drain
It is a beautiful warm Mother's Day here on the prairie, and I am thinking about Seaside today! Hope to get back down there very soon.Here are some things that have been on my mind this week!Great Books....I listened to part of this podcast the other day while I was mowing. Chip was sharing some of the books that he felt Christians should read. I read a lot of fluff, so think I will take his suggestion and dig into something that might improve my mind. After I finish listening to the whole … [Read more...]
Farm Food-Grandma’s Strawberry Shortcake
The strawberry fairy left these in our refrigerator this morning while I was out buying plants. Actually, it was my dad who brought them from their strawberry patch. The berries haven't been very prolific this year, so I was glad to get them.Usually my folks have oodles of berries for all of us to make jam, freeze for the winter, and eat until they are coming out of our ears. Not this year. Because of this, I threw the diet to the wind and pulled out our all-time family favorite shortcake … [Read more...]
Bees Come to Visit!
I left the farm yesterday and made a trip to "town" for a pedicure and to return our rental car. We were allowed to use it a full six days (woo hoo!), and we are still looking for a new car, which is another story. (I mentioned my recent accident here.)To return the car, required going to the nearest town that provided such a service, over 30 miles away. I also needed to take care of some other business with my dear mother-in-law, so I wasn't home for the afternoon excitement.The carpenters … [Read more...]
Brain Drain I always enjoy joining the Friday Fragments Party over at halfpastkissintime. Unfortunately, I am usually a day late in getting there. Why don't you come with me? Everyone is so supportive and welcoming.This week, I have been thinking about.......Insurance CompaniesSince my … [Read more...]
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